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Celebrating American culture and the spirit of originality, Lee® sponsors the Bonnaroo® Music &…
GREENSBORO, NC--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The iconic American denim and casualwear brand is set to take part in one of the country's most beloved cultural events. Lee® will serve as the category sponsor of the 2022 bonnaroo® Music and…
Celebrating American culture and the spirit of originality, Lee® sponsors the Bonnaroo® Music &…
The brand kicks off festival season tonight with a private party at Soho House Nashville featuring a performance by Tai VerdesGREENSBORO, NC, June 14, 2022--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The iconic American denim and casualwear brand is set to take part…
Latin American culture is about to take over Vancouver
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Native country: Pakistan
Sadaf Ebrahim is a proud Canadian of Pakistani origin and currently serves the community as President of the Canada-Pakistan Association (National Capital…
The Recorder – Montague Examines the Feasibility of a Proposed Native American Culture and…
MONTAGUE — A Boston-based cultural conservation organization has proposed a feasibility review of what could become a Native American cultural and heritage center at the former Strathmore Mill complex, the Montague Economic Development and…
Celebrate Native American Culture at the Indigenous Peoples Festival and More Fun Around Seattle
What happens from June 10 to 16?Celebrate Native American culture through art, song, dance, performance, food and more at Indigenous Peoples Festivalpresented in partnership by the Seattle Center Festál and the Seattle Indian Health…
Black Music Appreciation Month Proves Once Again That American Culture Is Black Culture
In the late '70s, a group of Bronx DJs developed new techniques that allowed them to use two turntables to expand the popular instrumental break sections of funk and disco records to get crowds dancing at their evenings. The techniques of…
Hudson Library to celebrate Juneteenth, African American culture
The Hudson Library and Historical Society celebrates Juneteenth this month with a number of events to educate and reflect on the significance of the holiday.Juneteenth is a federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African…
Local author explores Native American culture in her writing
A brilliantly colored painting shows a warrior on an American paint horse hunting a buffalo, an activity fundamental to the survival and culture of the Plains Indians who inhabited the prairies of North America before the near…
Letter: Inherent Violence in American Culture, History | Letters
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Libraries mark Juneteenth with resources for African American culture and history
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — In celebration of Juneteenth on Sunday, June 19, Penn State University Libraries is offering a roster of resources, including books, articles, films, artifacts, exhibits and more, who raise those voices – throughout…
Charles M. Blow: “Too Far”—The State of American Culture
"TooFar" isn't a viral hashtag — yet — but it's the dominant ethos of the moment, the sentiment that drives our politics and our culture, the meaning that's propelling a massive backlash across the political spectrum.For the right, the…
The city of Powys will welcome crowds for the return of the Latin American culture festival
The streets of Machynlleth will once again be treated to the sounds of a Latin American cultural festival after a three-year hiatus.
The El Sueno Existe Victor Jara festival is set to return to Machynlleth from…
San Diego native Mar Velicaria crowns Filipino American culture with viral Reyna headphones
Filipino American small business owner Mar Velicaria sat down with NextShark to talk about what their online identity and platform means to them.In February, Velicaria went viral on TikTok for her minimalist and modern Filipino accessories,…
The beauty of Native American culture here in San Diego
The “Shri Mandir” temple has been in San Diego for 30 years, currently located in an area of Mira Mesa called “Little India”.
SAN DIEGO — For many people of Indian culture, the temple plays a central role in their…
Letters to the Province, May 27, 2022: America’s Gun-Loving Culture Is the Culprit
Breadcrumb Links Opinion Letters The Kamloops boarding school building. Photo by VERONICA CARDENAS /Reuters Content of the article From the May 1998 shooting at Thurston High School to the Robb Elementary…
ABC’s of AAPIs Coloring Book Celebrates Asian American Culture
The Asian American Advocacy Fund has created a coloring book to help empower members of the Asian community and teach others about their history and culture.
ATLANTA — To celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander…
Jamil Jivani: Canadian Politicians Importing American Culture Wars to Exploit Tragedy
Breadcrumb Links Comment NP No politician could honestly believe that gun policies in Ontario and Texas are even vaguely similar Liberal Leader Steven Del Duca makes a campaign stop in Ottawa on Friday, May 20,…
Why guns are American ‘culture’ and shootings an epidemic
“There's something in the American psyche, it's almost that kind of right or privilege, that sense of entitlement, to resolve our conflicts through violence. There is an arrogance in this concept if you think about it. My question is, why…
The Opportunities and Obstacles of Overemployment in American Culture
Simple truth. It's expensive to get out today. And the extras? Phew.
Holidays? Lateral scramble.
Those pretty shoes? Sell something.
New car? Wait a year until there are more cars on the lots, but while you wait earn some more…
The McMansions reflect a “More Is More” American culture
Where can you see a castle turret, barn doors and Greek columns in one structure? America, of course. Many suburban neighborhoods have them - showy mansions with an abundance of misplaced windows, bland color schemes, and an inconsistent…
An MCCC professor discusses the origin of Yiddish expressions in American culture
A professor from Monroe County Community College hosted a presentation on some of the common Yiddish words and phrases that have made their way into everyday American English.Michelle Toll, Assistant Professor of English at MCCC, recently…
BRUCE EVANS: America’s Culture Wars Amplified My Misleading Media
BRUCE EVANS • Guest review
Bruce Evans was born, raised and educated in Atlantic Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador and Nova Scotia. After a Dal MBA, he pursued a career in project financing in several cities — Ottawa,…
Jolla Historical Society hopes ‘the veil will come off’ Native American culture with new…
Although the La Jolla Historical Society is an organization that helps preserve the past, its upcoming exhibit is a pivotal one that aims to remind viewers of the continued presence of Native Americans in Southern California and the art…
Winner of SXSW EDU Launch, Our Worlds Brings Native American Culture to Life Through Immersive…
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Take a walk along La Jolla Shores beach in San Diego and you might find sand between your toes. But users of the new Our Worlds app, winner of the 2022 SXSW EDU launch competition,…
Alumni celebrate Cambodian American culture and resilience in film series
In the heart of Cambodia Town, a local family market is a powerful symbol of resilience.
Documentary filmmaker and alum Brandon Soun premiered two of his original shorts, "Cambodia Town Thrives" and "Conversations at the Register," at the…
Amir Fallah’s paintings depict a captivating collision between Iranian and American culture
Given the complexity of each painting, one would imagine Amir's creative practice to be quite hectic. The reality is quite the opposite. “After many years of working at a fast pace, I slowed down my process,” he tells us. Rather than…
Identity and Relationship in Arab-American Culture – ELCA Grand Canyon Synod
In his February 6 Daily Meditation on 1 Corinthians 12, the Reverend Richard Rohr writes, “Humanity constantly faces the problem of unity and diversity. We are not very good at understanding it. We usually choose our small groups, because…
New Netflix doc chronicles Abercrombie & Fitch’s ‘all-American’ racist…
A new documentary from Netflix, "White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch", chronicles the toxic and racist culture of the American clothing company during the 2000s.In the documentary, which aired on Netflix on Tuesday,…
Exhibition celebrating African-American culture in Panama City
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) - Residents have the chance to view one of the world's most unique collections of art and history as a special exhibit makes a stop in their 36th city in the world, here in Panama City.…
‘Rise’ looks back at Asian American culture in the age of multiculturalism
In the pop culture market, history is packed by decades and consumers by generations, because memory is rife: nostalgia for the old, retro-chic for the young. Aside from Bruce Lee's yellow tracksuit, however, Asian Americans have…
The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books presents the New American Culture Race
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA, April 19, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Attorney Jerry United's New American Culture Race captures readers' attention as he talks about and focuses on the growth, learning and…
Supportive Housing Supports Native American Culture and Tackles Homelessness in Seattle, Washington
Supportive Housing Supports Native American Culture and Tackles Homelessness in Seattle, Washington
ʔálʔal, 80 supportive rental units in Seattle's…
Supportive Housing Supports Native American Culture and Tackles Homelessness in Seattle, Washington
Supportive Housing Supports Native American Culture and Tackles Homelessness in Seattle, Washington
ʔálʔal, 80 supportive rental units in Seattle's…
Mesobis: Imbuing cannabis with Latin American culture
Mesobis, an amalgamation of “Mesoamerica” and “cannabis,” exists at the point where Latin American culture meets industry. Co-founders Nelson Cury and Santiago Cervantes are old friends from boarding school who came together to…
Harald Jähner: “American culture had a very pacifying effect on Germany” | history books
Hby Arald Jaehner Consequenceswhich is published in paperback in April, begins where most popular stories of Europe's bloody 20th century end, with the surrender of Nazi Germany in 1945. Rather than focusing on diplomatic treaties or…
The Wesleyan Argus | April film screenings celebrate Asian and Asian American culture
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Four film screenings taking place in April will showcase a wide range of Asian and Asian American experiences. The films themselves are affiliated with two long-running series: screenings organized by the…
How directors dissect American culture
The Coen Brothers Joel Coen and Ethan Coenare well known not only for their artistic style, but also for their primary interest in aspects of quintessentially American culture and identity. The Coen Brothers have produced, written and…
70 years of Italian-American culture, tradition and service
By Lucy Giardino [email protected]
The Italian American Club of Jacksonville is proud to be the oldest ethnic organization in River City. Its story began in the early 1920s when a small group of immigrants…
The 4th Week of American Culture and Society Begins
The 4and American Culture and Society Week, organized by the Center for American Studies, started today and will run until April 2, 2022 at the Faculty of Philosophy in Belgrade.
American heroes, superheroes and…
The annual powwow celebrates Native American culture
Pow Wow is an event hosted by BYU Multicultural Student Services. The event features performances from surrounding Native American tribes and highlights many of their traditions and cultures. (Megan Zaugg)By U.S Multicultural Student…
Beaverton’s Pizzeria explores Asian American culture with its food
Natalie Truong greets customers under the Hapa Pizza canopy at Beaverton Farmer's Market.Steven Tonthat/OPBYour browser does not support the audio element.On a busy Saturday afternoon at Beaverton Farmers MarketAaron Truong and his wife…
Celebrate Native American culture at the High Plains Powwow
M State is pleased to be the sponsor of the 31st Annual Woodlands & High Plains Pow Wow, one of the most popular cultural events in the Fargo Moorhead area. The powwow will take place from noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, April 2 at the…
Celebrate Native American culture at the High Plains Powwow
M State is pleased to be the sponsor of the 31st Annual Woodlands & High Plains Pow Wow, one of the most popular cultural events in the Fargo Moorhead area. The powwow will take place from noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, April 2 at the…
How American Culture Ate the World: A Review of Sam Lebovic’s “A Righteous…
But even without direct state interference, American culture had inward-looking tendencies, many of which predated the 1940s. The media ecosystem in particular, writes Lebovic, constituted an "Americanist echo chamber." Few of the films…
‘People have become weak in our modern American culture’ – Former NBA star on…
Former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka has had a torrid start to the 2022 WTA season. After losing in the third round at the Australian Open, she returns to Indian Wells, her second tournament of the season.ADVERTISINGThe article continues below…
Immerse yourself in Native American culture
Knoxville, Tenn. (WATE) - A weekend full of culture, education and conversation is unfolding in East Tennessee.
The Spirit of Nation Pow Wow will take place on Saturday, March 26 at Patriot Academy in Jefferson City. Tickets are…
Catholic social teaching ‘can help evangelize American culture’
Catholic social teaching, if lived by Catholics, can help evangelize American culture by bringing freedom into conversation with social solidarity, said Father Daniel Griffith, pastor of Our Lady of…
Gabriela Ortega BFA ’17 elevates Latin American culture and community through her work as an…
By Stacey Wang Rizzo
March 16, 2022Gabriela Ortega BFA '17 is the epitome of an artist with an endless stage, undeniably driven to be the change she hopes to see in her craft. And!--posted-->!--byline-->…
11 things to know about American culture before moving to the United States
Coming to the United States? Not sure what to expect? Well, buckle up and get ready for a weird and thrilling ride through the land of the grown-ups. Here you will find the Elyos delight of bottomless soda machines. The amazing spray…
How Baseball Impacted American Culture
It's no wonder it's been so ingrained in American culture for the past hundred years. Let's look deeper the importance of baseball in the United Statesits history and impact on American culture over the past century.
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Commandments of American Culture – The Asbury Collegian
"Don't make a mountain out of a molehill." “Don't put all your eggs in one basket. "Don't worry; there are plenty of fish in the sea! Most of us have heard these pithy sayings at some point in our lives. They often make us roll our…
Upcoming Native American Culture Class Series at Goose Creek Library
BERKELEY COUNTY, SC – The Berkeley County Library System (BCLS) will collaborate with the Wassamassaw Tribe of Varnertown Indians, a non-profit organization, to host a new series titled Native American Culture Class.
The first class…
Sharing a journey of African American culture
TAMPA, Fla. — March is Women's History Month, and a Straz Center-produced musical highlights the cultural journey of African-American women.
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March is Women's History Month
We met Natasha McKeller, the mother Shaw…
The uniqueness of American culture
By Richard D. LandChristian Post editor | Friday 04 March 2022A daughter poses for her father as they tour the Statue of Liberty and Liberty Island as it reopens to the public in New York, July 4, 2013. | (Photo: REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz)At…
UW-EC graduate shares story of love and integration into American culture in memoir | Culture…
EAU CLAIRE — In 1975, UW-Eau Claire student Evangelos "Ben" Kyriagis, of Larissa, Greece, walked into class…
Columbia Salon Owner Expresses the Importance of Hair in African-American Culture | Central…
COLUMBIA — Columbia hair salon owner Bridget Williams says hair is an important part of self-identity."I…
This radical religious sect has had an outsized impact on American culture
When the shakers Arriving in New York in 1774, their distinctive blend of English heritage, diligence, and devout Christian worship immediately branded the religious sect an outsider. Rumors and myths arose: the group was austere, bigoted…
Historian Anton Treuer to Present on Native American Culture – Pine and Lakes Echo Journal
BRAINERD - The Kitchigami Regional Library System is hosting an in-person discussion with Anton Treuer, award-winning author and historian of "Everything You Wanted to Know About the Indians But Were Afraid to Ask" at noon,…
Center exhibit examines Native American culture through a modern lens
MARION — For many Americans, their first or even only exposure to Native American culture is in the making.
The Exploring Native American Culture exhibit at the Marion Art Center contextualizes the Native American way of life from a 21st…
Educating Local Students About African-American Culture Through Music > Altus Air Force Base > News
ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Members of Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, participated in a Black History Month assembly at Altus High School (AHS) to help raise awareness and educate students about…
Has American culture changed shiva for the worse? – The Front
When Rabbi Michael Goldman celebrated shiva for his mother last April, friends and relatives brought in bites like chickpea kale stew and Israeli sweets.
Goldman, who coordinates programs for seniors at Westchester Jewish Community…
How Communities Can Help Immigrants Adapt to an American Culture | Characteristics
After moving to the United States, every knock on the door sent a wave of fear to Daniel Min Redamwang.The…
How Communities Can Help Immigrants Adjust to an American Culture | Projector
After moving to the United States, every knock on the door sent a wave of fear to Daniel Min Redamwang.The…
MISA and SGA Student Art Exhibition – The Lion’s Roar
Last night, Multicultural and International Student Affairs, the Student Government Association, and the Office of Student Engagement hosted “Exhibiting African-American Culture,” a student art exhibit depicting African-American culture.…
ORR Cultural Club shares their experience of learning about Native American culture
The Old Rochester Regional High School Cultural Club attended the "Know Your Roots" virtual mini-conference on Feb. 16 which raised awareness of local Native American history and culture.
The conference was organized by Cultural Clubs of…
Gospel Music in Atlanta: The Influence on African-American Culture | News
ATLANTA (CBS46) — There's no denying that Atlanta has spawned many heavyweights in the gospel music…
American culture adapts to the rapid decline of mass media
The odds that you've seen this year's "Best Picture" winner are probably as low as the odds that you'll tune in to the Oscars or be a fan of the three hosts. What about your chances of playing Wordle today?
It's possible that a…
Hopewell: Did a comet destroy this North American culture?
From 100 BC to 500 AD, a network of trade routes linked many Native American communities across North America into a single economic superstructure that is now referred to as the Hopewell tradition. Although the communities of Hopewell…
Marion Art Center exhibit explores Native American culture
MARION — The Marion Art Center presents its new exhibition, Exploring Native American Culture: Art, Craft, and Inspiration, featuring works by Max Brown-Garcia, Makerjake, and Vincent Mancini, from February 18 through March 25, with a…
This is how sunglasses changed the battlefield and American culture
While sunglasses today are worn to give fashion sense, they were originally created to protect the eye. The history of sunglasses goes back over two thousand years when the Inuit community created them. Although they don't look…
WaPo: Did a comet explosion help end an ancient North American culture?
The UC researchers collaborated with the US Geological Survey and the Center for Applied Isotope Studies at the University of Georgia. The study was published this week in the journal Nature Scientific Reports.
It is impossible to say…
Viva Festival: the celebration of Spanish and Latin American culture returns to Manchester’s…
The popular festival is now in its 28th year and is returning to pre-Covid normality with in-person screenings and director visits Movie buffs are in for a treat as a popular celebration of Spanish and Latin American cinema and culture…
Comet explosion 1,500 years ago had devastating effects on Native American culture, study finds
The magnet contains tiny micrometeorites collected from sediment samples taken from an ancient site in Hopewell (Michael Miller)A Near-Earth comet which created a devastating explosion above North America 1,500 years ago, may have caused…
A cosmic explosion may have devastated a vast Native American culture 1,500 years ago
More than 1500 years ago, a vast culture known as the Hopewell tradition (or the Hopewell culture) spanned what is now the eastern United States. The cause of the culture's decline has long been debated, with war and climate change being…
Sean Penn explains why he believes “men in American culture have become wildly…
Actor Sean Penn, known for his role as Jeffi Spicoli Fast Times at Ridgemont High and Jimmy Markum on Mystic River, recently opened up about why he thinks American men have become "extremely feminized."
Sean Penn stars as John Vogel in…
Lunar New Year Festival Celebrates Asian American Culture – MA Chronicle
Written by Elias Chane
Photographed by Sarah Frivold
新年快乐 (Xīnnián kuàilè) (Happy New Year)! Last Wednesday, MA was treated to a Lunar New Year festival organized by the Mandarin Club and the Asian Culture Club. Treasurer of the Asian…
5 books not to miss this week
Looking for something good to read? USA TODAY scours the shelves for this week's hottest new book releases. All books go on sale Tuesday.1. "Vladimir", by Julia May Jonas (Avid Reader Press, fiction)What is it about : The charismatic…
The new wave of black women immortalized in American culture
Acclaimed poet and writer Maya Angelou became the first black woman to have her likeness on a quarter after the U.S. Mint released the newly minted coin on January 10.
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Lisa Ling and Helen Cho on the Importance of Asian American Culture Seen in Takeout
Despite the number of cooking shows that have made their television debut, having a series devoted to Asian cuisine is unprecedented. "It's interesting because Asian restaurants, especially Chinese restaurants, have become more…
Honor African American Culture, Achievements With These Black History Month Events In Jackson
JACKSON COUNTY, MI — In-person and virtual events honoring Black History Month are coming to the Jackson area.Black History Month is celebrated nationwide in February each year. Here are some activities planned in Jackson County to honor…
South American Culture and the Cannabis Wave
DETROIT - It seems that over the past couple of years we've entered the wave of marijuana legalization around the world. And while we would love to think that this plant will soon be fully legal in several other countries, we have to face…
FSU College of Music Professor Receives 2021 Music in American Culture Award
A Florida State University professor received the 2021 Music in American Culture Award from the American Society of Musicology, which recognizes the best writing about music in American culture.
Associate Professor of Musicology Sarah…
FSU College of Music Professor Receives 2021 Music in American Culture Award
A Florida State University professor received the 2021 Music in American Culture Award from the American Society of Musicologywhich recognizes the best writing on music in American culture.
Associate Professor of Musicology Sarah…
San Antonio’s Newest Public Artwork Pays Tribute to African-American Culture
Martin Luther King Jr. Day seems like a wonderful time to reflect on civil rights, how far our country has come, and how much work remains to be done. And thanks to a local artist, residents of San Anton can engage in this…
The flagship artist program of the 70s that forever shaped American culture
Four Boys, Myrtle Avenue, Brooklyn, 1979. Larry RacioppoAlthough American career politicians openly oppose socialist politics, the United States government has historically implemented it time and time again to undo the damage capitalism…
San Antonio’s Newest Public Artwork Pays Tribute to African-American Culture
Martin Luther King Jr. Day seems like a wonderful time to reflect on civil rights, how far our country has come, and how much work remains to be done. And thanks to a local artist, residents of San Anton can engage in this…
Artist Finds Inspiration in Inherited Archive of African-American Culture
BOSTON — When art historian Susan Denker died in 2016, Dell artist Marie Hamilton learned not only that her former mentor and close friend had kept her illness and impending death a secret, but also that she had to inherit most of Denker's…
Focused on Mississippi: Oakes African American Culture
YAZOO CITY, Miss. (WJTV) - The Oakes African-American culture is located in Yazoo City. The house is sometimes called Oakes Mansion, and it is a grand house.
The house's history begins a decade before the Civil War when John…
Vibrant Fiesta will celebrate Latin American culture with the Rotorua community
Leidy Monsalves (left) with Leandro Diaz, 5, Eduardo Diaz, Mercedes Calderon and Catalina Rivera, 6, are delighted with the Latin American Fiesta. Photo/Andrew Warner Let the vibrant Latin American music flow through your body and its…
No Good Wars: Militarism Poisoned American Culture and Still A Global Threat | East Bay Express
War spits hell out in all directions. Just ask the guys at Talon Anvil, a secret American "strike cell" recently exposed by the New York Times as a unit notorious for ignoring rules of engagement and killing many civilians with drone…
San Antonio’s Latest Public Art Project Pays Homage to African American Culture at Martin…
CONTACT: Stacey Norton, Department of Arts and Culture210-207-6960, [email protected]
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (January 12, 2022) - The City of San Antonio Department of Arts and Culture recently launched “Spheres of…
MLK Park sculpture pays homage to Dr. King and African-American culture
Spheres of Reflection is the name of the work, created by local artist Kaldric Dow. The 17-foot steel and concrete structure stands at the entrance to the park.
SAN ANTONIO - A new sculpture has been installed…
Remembering Sidney Poitier’s Huge Impact on American Culture
This commentary on the life and legacy of Sidney Poitier was first published in the BAFTA Awards Book 2006, as part of the organization's award of excellence to the pioneering star, who died on January 6 at the age 94.
Is Sidney…
The River City celebrates African-American culture and heritage
JACKSONVILLE, Florida - Christmas may have passed, but the feast which means the first fruits in Swahili is well underway.One of the producers of the Kwanzaa Community Celebration kicked off this year's vacation at the Ritz Theater and said…
The State of Christianity in Contemporary American Culture, Part 2
The State of Christianity in Contemporary American Culture, Part 2
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By Andy Pope
Something is very different in Christianity today from what I observed in my youth. We seem to be very…
Cape Cod’s Squaw Island sparks debate over Native American culture
HYANNISPORT - For centuries the lush, Hyannisport Marsh Green Arrow was referred to locally as Squaw Island, with legends surrounding a "squaw" or Wampanoag woman, who awaited her husband's return from the war on the island.Corn US Home…
Web3 Boom Brings America’s Culture Wars to the Tech Industry
The Web3 movement and cryptocurrencies are causing a disruption in the software industry.
Insiders fear the debate is now more about political values than…